Actually, this is a composite of 12 different images shot over a 2 hour time period. I took over 350 images at methodical time exposure rates and aperture settings to capture each ride at its best. The water, sky, and buildings each shot at various time before and after sunset to keep color and contrast under control. Then about 8 hours of photoshop work to bring them all together.

I had come to the comments section to ask you where you had taken the photo from as I had never seen the fair from this angle (this was before I remembered the maps feature!). Then I read your comment about your photography and post production process and I must say I am truly blown away! Thanks for sharing this photo!